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Colapinto Defies Team Orders, Sparks Alpine Controversy

10/20/2025

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During the United States Grand Prix, Franco Colapinto (Alpine driver) disobeyed team orders by overtaking his Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly (Alpine driver) to finish 17th.
Colapinto cited a tire advantage and pressure from Sauber driver Gabriel Bortoleto as reasons for his decision.
Alpine management expressed disappointment and said team instructions are final.
Alpine Managing Director Steve Nielsen said the incident would be reviewed internally to address concerns about driver management.

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During the United States Grand Prix, Franco Colapinto (Alpine driver) disobeyed team orders by overtaking his Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly (Alpine driver) to finish 17th.
Colapinto cited a tire advantage and pressure from Sauber driver Gabriel Bortoleto as reasons for his decision.
Alpine management expressed disappointment and said team instructions are final.
Alpine Managing Director Steve Nielsen said the incident would be reviewed internally to address concerns about driver management.